Anne Bolen (who's mother is a Maclean) worked with others, including the St. Andrew's Society of Washington DC, to create Scottish American Women's Society (SAWS), a new women's society that celebrate Scottish culture and ancestry. There was always a sense of pride of being Scottish... we want to bring to light the important contributions to American culture that were offered by those that came to our shores from Scotland, Anne noted. As the first co-chairwoman this new group, Anne is working to establish its mission, membership, and foundation.

After winning MasterChef: The Professionals in 2016, Gary Maclean will be the first to wear the Scottish government's new crown. His job is to celebrate Scottish produce and teach how to make the most of locally-sourced, healthy, sustainable and affordable food. Gary will continue in his role as Senior Lecturer at the City of Glasgow College as he takes on his new role.